Transformers Prime's Darkness Rises to DVD

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Bonus materials announced.

By David McCutcheon

As the date draws near, the newest iteration of the Transformers home video catalogue, Transformers Prime: Darkness Rising, is becoming more fleshed out for collectors and casual fans alike. All of the vital information has remained the same for the newest Transformers release from Shout! Factory, as the DVD will still launch on December 6, 2011 for the MSRP of $14.97, but now we have a little additional info for all of you Autobot hounds out there.

All five of the episodes of the miniseries will be stitched together seamlessly, offering one epic adventure through the Transformers universe that is, without question, fully intact. Included amongst the bonus content will be the likes of animatics and a special look at concept designs for characters and backgrounds. Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Steve Blum, Jeffrey Combs, Dwayne Johnson, and many others provide the voiceover work for the adventure.

Here is the official plot synopsis, for all of you die-hards out there:

"Celebrate the triumphant return of the Autobots through cutting-edge CGI animation with Transformers Prime: Darkness Rising. In early 2011, loyal Transformers fans, as well as families and kids, were introduced to this visually stunning five-part miniseries on The Hub. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Arcee, Autobot Ratchet, Bulkhead, and many others are back to 'roll out' against Megatron's latest attempt to conquer Earth. And Megatron proves to be more powerful than ever, having acquired a rare element that allows him mastery over life itself. Optimus Prime and the Autobots may be few against the Decepticon hordes, but they find increased strength through bonds forged with three human teenagers."

Check out the box art below:

Stay tuned to IGN DVD for more information about this and other upcoming releases!